It runs 15.7 km in 30 minutes, sometimes above ground but mostly underground, It’s brand, spanking new and free to ride until 31 March.

It is MRT Jalarta which stands for

  • Moda Raya TerPadu Jakarta, or
  • Mass Rapid Transit Jakarta.

There are lots of online reports about Sunday’s opening by President Joko Widoyo but for the essential details, this short video is a little treasure.